Democracy Day

In 2007, the United Nations marked September 15th as the International Day of Democracy. It is a time to recognize and appreciate democratic societies. 

Democracy is a universal value based on the freely-expressed will of people to decide their cultural, economic, political, and social systems as well as their full participation in all aspects of life. A few ways to celebrate this holiday are:

• Learn about political candidates of all parties
• Exercise your right to vote
• Learn about human rights and why they are important

This story was produced as part of the Democracy Day journalism collaborative, a nationwide effort to shine a light on the threats and opportunities facing American democracy. Read more at usdemocracyday.org.

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